In a bold move poised to electrify both genre fans and lucha libre loyalists, Bobadilla Productions has joined forces with Masked Republic to bring Matadero—a supernatural, action-horror thrill ride—to theaters worldwide. The film, written by acclaimed creator Hector Rodriguez III, aims to push the boundaries of filmmaking by with a Latino infused flair, merging the adrenaline of Mexican lucha libre with the raw intensity of supernatural vengeance.

A Luchador’s Resurrection—and His Reckoning

Matadero centers on Rafael “Matadero” Muzquiz, a devout luchador whose life is shattered by a cartel boss’s brutal betrayal. But death is only the beginning: resurrected by La Santa Muerte and armed with a glowing green scythe, the fallen hero is granted superhuman strength and a chilling ultimatum—collect seven evil souls before sunrise or lose his murdered family forever.

What follows is a relentless quest for redemption as Matadero battles cartel narcos and a cybernetic mercenary through the unforgiving streets of Marin, Nuevo Leon. The film promises a visceral blend of heart-pounding action, cultural mysticism, and the emotional stakes of a man fighting for the souls of those he loves.

A Creative Partnership Fueled by Cultural Authenticity

“Matadero is a love letter to lucha libre and Latino culture, infused with a dark, cinematic edge,” said Pablo Bobadilla, founder of Bobadilla Productions. “Partnering with Masked Republic—who are unmatched in their expertise and passion for lucha libre—allows us to craft a story that’s authentic, thrilling, and universally resonant. Hector Rodriguez’s script is a game-changer, and we’re excited to bring his vision to life.”

Rodriguez, best known as the mind behind the long-running comic series El Peso Hero and founder of Texas Latino Comic Con, brings a deep reverence for lucha libre and grassroots Latino storytelling. His work, which often centers on heroism, community, and identity, makes him an inspired choice to helm the world of Matadero.

“Hector’s ability to weave cultural authenticity with gripping storytelling makes Matadero a standout,” added Kevin Kleinrock, President and COO of Masked Republic. “This collaboration with Bobadilla Productions is a perfect synergy. Their experience creating horror that reaches beyond the genre’s traditional audience, combined with our mission to tell stories of luchadores and lucha culture that extend far beyond the ring, makes this a tag-team ready to take on the world.”

A Cinematic Universe Rooted in Culture

The film promises eye-popping visuals, gripping hand-to-hand combat, and supernatural intrigue—all against the rich tapestry of Mexican culture. From stylized lucha libre choreography to eerie mystic sequences powered by La Santa Muerte, Matadero is designed to captivate a broad spectrum of audiences: action aficionados, horror enthusiasts, comic book fans, and lovers of Mexican folklore.

Both companies emphasize that authenticity is not just an aspiration—it’s a mandate. The production, slated for late 2026, intends to cast Latino actors and real-life luchadores to ensure fidelity to the traditions and communities that inspire the story.

A New Era for Latino Genre Filmmaking

With Hollywood finally recognizing the hunger for culturally rich genre stories, Matadero arrives at a pivotal moment. The partnership between Bobadilla Productions and Masked Republic signals a new kind of Latino-fronted storytelling—one that merges mythology, action, and representation without compromise.As audiences worldwide continue to crave fresh perspectives and bold narratives, Matadero is shaping up to be a cinematic force ready to carve its own path—scythe in hand.

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by Elia Esparza

First-look streaming of the Dolores Huerta episode of The David Damian Show Premieres on latinheatcinema.com

TV Producer David Damian Figueroa and Latin Heat Media (LHM) announced an exclusive multi-year content creation partnership that includes the production of his talk show, The David Damian Show (TDDS) and the first-look streaming of one the episodes on latinheatcinema.com, Latin Heat Media’s OTT platform.

Executive produced, and hosted by Figueroa, The David Damian Show (TDDS) presents unique profiles of thought and creative leaders; entertainment professionals, sports figures and trendsetters in technology, social media, arts, culture and social movements. The Dolores Huerta episode, an in-depth interview of civil rights activist Dolores Huerta, will premiere on LatinHeatCinema.com in time to coincide with the celebration of her upcoming 89th birthday on April 10th.

Six other episodes of The David Damian Show have been shot and ready for distribution, they feature veteran actor Pepe Serna (Man From Reno, Scarface), actors Nicholas Gonzalez (ABC’s The Good Doctor) and Jordi Vilasuso (Young and the Restless), artist Yolanda Gonzalez, photographic documentarian George Rodriguez, and Paul Schrade, activist who was also shot the day Robert Kennedy was assassinated during his presidential campaign.

Both Figueroa and Bel Hernandez, President/CEO of Latin Heat Media, LLC understand that digitization has permanently reshaped the global TV and film distribution platforms. Latinheatcinema.com was created to meet the demands of the revenue stream revolution with relatable content which targets U.S. Latinos.

“It is exciting and rewarding to partner with David Damian. We are both like-minded individuals that believe that to see shows that highlight our community, we need to create them,” said Hernandez. “We have the ability to cultivate our audience base — U.S. Latinos — who are a $1.5 trillion dollar consumer market, with relatable content on our LatinHeatCinema streaming platform.”

According to a study by The Latino Donor Collaborative, the U.S. Latino gross domestic product (GDP) represents $2.13 trillion — larger than the GDPs of Italy, Brazil, India and Canada. If U.S. Latinos were a country, they’d be the seventh largest economy in the world.  With this in mind, Latin Heat Media is looking to target the most contextually-relevant brands for its OTT content, which is a perfect fit for brands in auto, banking, beverage, retail, confectionary, electronics, telecom, airline, fashion, sports, game developer, and the telecommunication industries.

“The TV and film landscape is changing in a Latino way.  It makes sense to partner with Latin Heat,” said Figueroa . “I truly believe that it’s just a matter of time before a TV, film or streaming studio discovers that Latin Heat has not only the credibility, but the ability to create content, stream it, and recruit talent.”

Figueroa is readily recognized as influential in shaping Latina and Latino popular arts through his work in film, television, music production, and publicity.  “I have made meaningful relationships throughout my decades-long career and I’d like to give my audience the same opportunity to learn and be inspired from these amazing folks I have met along the way,” Figueroa stated.

As one of the producers for the documentaries The Harvest/La Cosecha, and executive producer of Food Chains, Figueroa helped raise money and also headed the marketing campaign of both films.  His ability to bring like-minded celebrities to causes, as exemplified when Eva Longoria came on board as one of the executive producer on Food Chains, has been effective in championing the mission of all included.

The genesis for The David Damian Show originated from Figueroa’s Facebook Live which launched in 2016.  He produced 39 live episodes, one of them with Longoria and many of high profile friends, which have garnered over 200 thousand views.

In addition to The David Damian Show, Figueroa is developing two more shows with Latin Heat Media. ThriftStore Score,  a show about the treasure troves to found at the local thrift store; and I Was there, an interview show which documents historic movements in our country’s history by the person who mobilized hundreds, if not thousands of people to create social change.

Figueroa’s work in the entertainment industry has spanned from that of child farmworker in Arizona to a respected national leader. For over a decade he worked in the entertainment industry and was successful in bridging meaningful relationships between celebrities, non-profit organizations, and social movements. He was the associate producer of the documentary film, The Harvest/La Cosecha and executive producer of the critically acclaimed documentary, Food Changes, which premiered at The Berlin Film Festival in 2014. Both films were in collaboration with Eva Longoria and Eric Schlosser (Fast Food Nation).

Hernandez is a co-founder of Latin Heat, first printed entertainment trade focused on Latinos (www.LatinHeat.com). She produced her first talk show, Let’s Talk in 2009, then went on to create and executive produce KCBS/KCAL9’s HOLA LA! She currently produces TheTrendTalk TV for METV Networks, The David Damian Show and the outdoor festival LATINAFest under her company Latin Heat Media, LLC

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